Opelika, Alabama Neighborhood Guide
The Estates Homes for Sale in Opelika AL
The Estates homes for sale in Opelika AL offer an established neighborhood near the Auburn city limits, with convenient access to Veterans Parkway, U.S. Highway 280, Pepperell Parkway, and I-85.
About The Estates
The Estates is located along the western side of Opelika near the Auburn city limits. The neighborhood’s position offers routes toward Auburn University, Opelika shopping and dining, Auburn University Regional Airport, TigerTown, Southern Union State Community College, U.S. Highway 280, and I-85.
Existing community information identifies landscaped entrances, street lighting, a homeowners association, and a gated pool area that includes a smaller children’s pool. Amenity access, operating schedules, rules, dues, and maintenance responsibilities can change, so buyers should confirm current information through the HOA and the documents for the specific property.
Neighborhood Features
- Established residential setting near the Auburn–Opelika boundary
- Homes of different sizes, plans, ages, and finish levels
- Landscaped neighborhood entrances and street lighting
- Community pool information included in original neighborhood materials
- Access to major roads, shopping, schools, employers, and recreation across both cities
The Estates HOA Documents
Use these original documents as a starting point. Buyers should request current copies, later amendments, dues information, and any additional rules that apply before purchasing.
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The Estates Neighborhood Photo
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Location and Directions
The Estates can be reached from the Veterans Parkway area between U.S. Highway 280 and Pepperell Parkway. Another approach is from East University Drive onto Gatewood Drive toward Lee-Scott Academy, then right onto Academy Drive and onward to the neighborhood. Confirm the best route before visiting because road names, access points, and navigation directions can change.
What Buyers Should Verify
Homes within the same neighborhood can differ considerably. Review the individual property’s condition, disclosures, age, systems, improvements, lot, and location along with the current HOA information.
- Current HOA dues, transfer fees, rules, services, and amenity access
- All covenants, bylaws, schedules, amendments, and architectural requirements
- Pool rules, hours, guest policies, and maintenance responsibilities
- Lot boundaries, easements, setbacks, drainage, and available survey information
- School assignments verified directly with the appropriate school system
- Current property taxes, insurance considerations, and available exemptions
- Active, pending, and recently sold comparable properties
Current Availability
Inventory in The Estates changes as homes are listed, sold, or placed under contract. The homes-for-sale button above opens the current property search. Laura can help you compare available homes, review recent sales, and evaluate The Estates alongside other Opelika neighborhoods that fit your priorities.
Considering a Home in The Estates?
Laura can help you review current listings, community documents, recent sales, and property-specific details. Important HOA and amenity information should be independently confirmed before making a purchase decision.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is The Estates located?
The Estates is on the western side of Opelika near the Auburn city limits, with access from the Veterans Parkway and Academy Drive areas.
Does The Estates have an HOA?
Original neighborhood information identifies a homeowners association. Covenants and bylaws are linked above, but buyers should verify current dues, rules, services, and amendments.
Does the neighborhood have a pool?
Existing community information identifies a gated pool area with a smaller children’s pool. Buyers should verify its current operation, access requirements, and rules.
How can I see current listings?
Use the current homes-for-sale link above or contact Laura for updated MLS information and available properties.
Laura Sellers is an Auburn REALTOR® and Associate Broker with Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Preferred Real Estate — the official real estate partner of the Auburn Tigers.
